Or, on not taking things for granted. I've been too darned introspective lately, and I apologize for that - this seems to be my favorite arena for verbalized introspection. Without further ado, here is a list of things that have happened in the last week or so that I really appreciate. They're just a reminder of how wonderful my life really is right now.
1. When I asked for places to go see / things to do in Seattle this coming weekend, I wasn't expecting many responses. Instead, I was inundated with everyone's favorite places! People sent my request on to other friends for more recommendations as well! So thank you to all of you who took the time - the boyfriend and I have a HUGE list of things we'd like to do while we're in Seattle.
2. When I realized that I'd have so many things to remember to do while in Seattle, I decided to write them down. I opened my notebook at work to the last page so I could rip it out and write a list. Only, the last page wasn't blank - someone had written "You Rock" on it. Thank you, random person, you just made my day.
3. I stayed up waaaay too late every night this past weekend. Not because I had things to do or couldn't sleep - it's just the best time for Y and me to chat. We even have plans to meet up at Alinea some time in the (hopefully near) future. Thanks go to Y then, for using up her precious daylight chatting with me, and I dearly hope we can meet up in person sometime. And go to Alinea ;)
4. Speaking of meeting up in person, plans are in the works for me to meet up with a couple awesome girls in Chicago in the next month or so. Rock on, eh? I'm super excited, and not just because one of them works right near Intelligentsia aka the best coffee ever.
5. These brownies made the day of a group of guys at work. After asking what they wanted and getting responses of "a wedding cake - you know, tiered and stuff" and "cheesecake, with blueberries or cherries on top," I went with a double batch of these cheesecake brownies. No espresso, because that's a bit frou-frou for them. But I got a lot of high fives for them, so I think I win. Literal brownie points, if you will.
So there you go. Introspection and some darned fine brownies. Err, cheesecake. Either way, thank you, Melissa, for picking the perfect thing to bring in and satisfy these guys' sweet tooth.
Last Week: Lime Cream
Next Week: Chocolate Souffle (FYI, I just made these - you have 1-2 min before they fall. Plan accordingly!)
Tuesday, September 1, 2009
TWD: Cheesecake Brownies
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Very nice!! Lovely dollops of brownie swirls. I didn't get that at all.
Ooooh that looks good! And I absolutely love these plates!
Looking fabulous Caitlin! Really lovely. I wish I'd made these now.
Beautiful ! I bet the guys were happy !!!
Yours brownies look perfect!
I love your round brownies - and I am glad that the guys loved them. Have fun in Seattle!
gorgeous swirls!
ahhh, intelligentsia. i'm drinking some right now, though it's not the same at home as at the coffeeshop...i too need to make a trip to chi-town for coffee goodness:)
You're making me so jealous about your Seattle trip! I want to go!
Round brownies, love it
Beautiful little mini desserts! I agree that the espresso was frou-frou for the guys - that's what my husband thought. He would have been happy with brownie, period.
Great swirls. Glad to hear these were a hit at work. I took mine to the daycare; they're usually more than happy to take baked goods off my hands. =) I totally know what you mean about being too introspective and not realizing how fortunate I am. The food blogging community is really awesome.
Beautiful little brownie-cheescake round you have there. So kind of you to share with your co-workers, although it sounds like their requests are becoming quite demanding!
What a beautifully marbled pattern! I really love how these little cheesecakes look, and I can only imagine how incredible they must taste.
I love the round shape they remind me of my favorite things which is cookies! Im glad Seattle was a fun trip for you!
Fun post! Hope you have a blast in Seattle. And I'm so glad that these brownies were high five-worthy; they sure look it!
I love the cute shape of your brownies!
On a side note about the souffle, I was worried about that! My stupid camera will never be quick enough to take a decent shot. :) Thanks for the time-slot breakdown.
These look wonderful.
brownie points.. haha. funny!
Introspection is the way to go. Glad these were a hit with those crazy guys !:)
We're excited, too! Can't wait!
I love the round brownie! Have fun on your trip!
So glad they were a hit at work. They look great! Espresso frou-frou?! I'm also happy things are going wonderful. Have a blast in Seattle.
I love how pretty your swirls are.
Your circle brownies are lovely! Great blessings to count :)
since they are multi-layer, i think that counts as "tiered and stuff"--hehe! they look great! i hope you have a fab time in seattle...it's a fun city...maybe you will check out some real estate while you're there? my parents live in the seattle 'burbs, so from time to time we think about moving west, but for now are content to visit.
Love the round shape and the swirly bits! Guys could not get enough of these here...they loved them. Can't wait to hear about Seattle!
Mmmm, they look perfect! Sounds like you have lots to be thankful for, and that's a good thing!
Caitlin, quite simply, you do rock! And I'm glad someone wrote on your notebook! :)
These look great. Can't wait to meet up with you soon!!
I love how you cut these into rounds. they look great
I think you rock too - and I'm not just saying that to earn brownie points :). Great brownies too.
Love the brownies! You are Queen of the Minis.
Let me know how the Seattle visit goes. I grew up in nearby Bellevue, so I always love to go back and visit. Maybe someday I'll even move back. . .
A wedding cake.. wha? :P
I'm glad there are heaps of things at the moment that make you smile. I'm so enjoying our chats too, despite the ridiculous time difference! It would be a crime of caketastrophic proportions, if we never get round to meeting in person!
You get LOTS of brownie points for these! And there is nothing wrong with a little introspection!
Co-workers asking for wedding cake? Too funny!
Sometimes we just have to remind ourselves how good we have it. I think I'll go and do just that.
Plus, we got brownies.
I think you rock just got making these awesome looking brownies!!!
Hopefully we can do a Y-Caitlin-Jen-Helen meet up soon. That would be quite rocking flipping awesome too!
Never said no to a brownie and I surely won't start with yours!
So happy to read your upbeat tone!
Those brownies look fantastic.
Twitter is a great place to 'talk' and get positive strokes. Glad when I see YOU there.
Your brownies look amazing! I love the shape and the swirling is just perfect. My brownie experience was a bit of a comedy of errors. In the end they were tasty but probably not something I'd make again.
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